Chandigarh, Aug. 25 -- In a significant step towards addressing the challenges faced by women struggling with substance abuse, Punjab's Health and Family Welfare Minister, Dr. Balbir Singh, today launched the 'One Stop Integrated Program' in Kapurthala and Amritsar districts. The initiative, part of the state's ongoing 'War Against Drugs' campaign, is being implemented in collaboration with the Punjab Health Department and the Community Affairs Division of Punjab Police.
The program, named the "Punjab Model for Women Drug Users," aims to provide comprehensive healthcare services to women affected by substance abuse across the state. Dr. Singh emphasized that women face unique challenges compared to men, including distinct patterns of drug ...